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Daniel Goleman

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Emotional Intelligence

  1. IDEA 1

    EQ matters

    Self-awareness, self-regulation, motivation, empathy and social skill predict success at work and in life alongside IQ.

  2. IDEA 2

    The amygdala hijack

    Strong emotions can override rational thinking in an instant. Recognise the surge, pause, and let the thinking brain catch up.

  3. IDEA 3

    Self-awareness first

    Noticing your emotions as they arise is the foundation of every other emotional skill.

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